Keogh's Bakery

2 Lower Bridge St, Callan North, Callan, Co. Kilkenny, R95 F7K5, Ireland
+353 56 772 5254
$$$ Cafe
(81 Reviews)
Price Range €1–10

Keogh's Bakery in Callan is a traditional Irish café that locals rely on for fresh bread, homemade cakes, and quick, satisfying bites like sandwiches. Its location on Lower Bridge Street makes it a convenient stop for those passing through town or residents looking for a familiar spot to grab breakfast or an afternoon treat. The atmosphere feels down-to-earth and welcoming, with staff who come across as genuine and approachable — reflecting the bakery’s long-standing presence in the community.

Visitors often come here to pick up specialty items like the locally loved Chester cake, which resonates as a familiar taste for anyone acquainted with regional Irish baked goods under various names. Whether stopping by for a strong cup of tea paired with a selection of buns or ordering a larger cake for celebrations, Keogh's thrives on being a straightforward, no-fuss neighborhood café that puts quality and tradition first.

This spot works best for those who appreciate freshly baked goods made on-site and a casual setting where ordering is simple and friendly. Mornings and early afternoons are likely the busiest times, with people popping in for breakfast breads or to prepare for a party with custom cakes. The bakery’s blend of daily essentials and occasional indulgences creates a rhythm that suits locals’ routines, especially those who favor warmth and authenticity over trend-driven café culture.

Highlights
Great coffee
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Best for
Table service
Parking
Free of charge street parking
81 Reviews
Mary Naughton

22 Nov 2025

This is a wonderful bakery in Co. Kilkenny that I visit each time I’m in town. There are so many deliciously delectable options to satisfy your sweet tooth! I’ve picked up this cake a few times, Chester cake (which, I’ve heard in some other counties it has also been called gur cake-Dublin and gudge-Cork). Whatever you call it, come get it and try their other offerings!

Shoon

14 Nov 2025

The best in the business for fresh bread, sandwiches, teas and coffees at very reasonable prices. Great selection of buns and cakes too and the staff are salt of the earth. I will always be a customer of Keogh's

Meg Power

13 Nov 2025

My husband surprised me with a beautiful cake from Keogh's for my birthday. It was absolutely GORGEOUS and delicious!! Absolutely loved it.

Justin

23 Oct 2025

This is a proper traditional Irish bakery; lovely staff, freshly made cakes & sandwiches all baked and prepared on site

Dan

08 Oct 2025

Very friendly staff. Food and bakery is delicious and very easy to place orders for cakes for parties

martin horohan

29 Sep 2025

If you want to enjoy the tastiest bread and cakes from one of the longest Bakeries in Kilkenny well pop into Keoghs and you wont be disappointed.

Noel Shortall

16 Sep 2025

An outstanding shop , great bread ,cakes, sandwiches.soup etc.friendly service always . Keoghs have maintained that traditional bakers shop feeling, high standards always, I'd change nothing about this shop.

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